This is a teaching role in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
Temasek Polytechnic
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Diploma in Psychology Studies)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 07 Dec 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
- Conduct and deliver lessons to full-time diploma students and part-time adult learners in subjects related to Psychology and research, with a focus on Behavioural Science/Insights,Special Needs Education or Community Psychology.
- Design, prepare, and develop teaching and learning materials (for face-to-face and online learning), ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
- Be attuned to the latest developments in the fields of Psychology, Behavioural Science/Insights, Special Needs Education, or Community Psychology, integrating best and current practices into the curriculum.
- Conduct and facilitate student-industry collaborations and take an active role in engagement with industry.
- Supervise students in research projects that may be quantitative and/or qualitative in nature.
- Mentor and motivate students, inspiring them to actively participate in student life and developmental activities, such as local and overseas learning trips.
- Provide academic and career guidance to students.
- Take on additional duties as necessary (e.g. committee work, overseas study trips and outreach events).
- Proactively engage in continuous professional development to enhance pedagogical, research, and administrative capabilities.
What we are looking for
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology is required, with a strong background in research and relevant experience in Special Needs Education, Community Psychology, or Behavioural Science/Insights preferred.
- Minimum three years of relevant industry experience.
- A passion and genuine interest to share knowledge and interact with youths and/or adults.
- Strong industry linkages to enable collaboration and engagement with industry partners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate high levels of professionalism, and willingness to invest in continuous learning.
- Adopt scientific and empirical perspectives in working with colleagues, industry partners and students.
- IT-savvy, and able to utilize learning technologies to enhance the learning of students.
About your application process
This job is closing on 07 Dec 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Temasek Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.
About Temasek Polytechnic
Established in 1990, Temasek Polytechnic (TP) is a leading institution of high learning nestled by the idyllic shores of Bedok Reservoir in Tampines. TP takes pride in equipping our students with lifelong skills and digital knowledge for a future of dynamic change.
TP’s caring and vibrant culture is firmly rooted in our core values which drive a spirit of innovation, with a focus on industry, globalization and sustainability. “TP Cares” is our clarion call to ensure that our diverse community of learners has the opportunity to achieve their personal best, so that they can contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Learner. Creator. Leader
We envision the TP graduate as a values-led leader with vision, character and heart, excelling in the academic domain and beyond, and rising to the challenge of creating tomorrow.
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